Britain was mounting a charm offensive on online retailer Shein, with ministers saying they had conversations with the seller of $5 t-shirts about the benefits of a London listing.

Fast-fashion group has been hit by US tariffs while flotation has also faced regulatory challenges over risk factors

HONG KONG: Shein is working towards a listing in Hong Kong after the online fast-fashion retailer's proposed initial public offering (IPO) in London failed to secure the green light from Chinese regulators, said three sources with knowledge of the matter.